Merseyrail advises Southport and City Region passengers not to travel tomorrow unless necessary

Strong winds are forecast on Friday 18 February and we expect disruption to our services from midday. Based on the latest Met Office forecast, passengers are advised not to travel unless necessary.

The Met Office have issued a number of yellow, amber and red weather warnings. High winds can lead to trees and debris being blown onto train lines which blocks train movements. In extreme weather events, we may be unable to run services.

If you need to travel please prepare alternative transport for the afternoon in case services can no longer run, as it is unlikely rail replacement buses will be able to operate due to disruption on the roads caused by the high winds and heavy rainfall.

Please check the Merseyrail website and follow @merseyrail on Twitter for the latest live information before you travel.